NSI DS12 User Manual

NSI DS8/DS12 MODULAR DIGITAL DIMMING SYSTEM
Software Revision 1.1x, 8/24/99
Copyright 1999, NSI Corp.
Specifications subject to change without notice
NSI
MODULAR DIGITAL DIMMING SYSTEM
DS8/DS12 DIMMER PACKS
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE
Version 1.1x Software
Part Number LIT-31665-0 Rev B – 9/25/2000
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Specifications
Number of Channels: Model DS8-12 : 8 channels
Model DS12-12 : 12 channels
Model DS8-24 : 8 channels
Model DS12-24 : 12 channels
Output Capacity: Model DS8-12 : 1200 Watts per channel @ 120VAC
Model DS12-12 : 1200 Watts per channel @ 120VAC
Model DS8-24 : 2400 Watts per channel @ 120VAC
Model DS12-24 : 2400 Watts per channel @ 120VAC
Input Power: Model DS8-12 : 1 phase, 3 wire, 120/240 VAC, 40 Amps, 47 – 63Hz
Model DS12-12 : 1 phase, 3 wire, 120/240 VAC, 60 Amps, 47 – 63Hz or
3 phase, 4 wire, 120/208 VAC, 40 Amps, 47 – 63Hz
Model DS8-24 : 1 phase, 3 wire, 120/240 VAC, 80 Amps, 47 – 63Hz
Model DS12-24 : 1 phase, 3 wire, 120/240 VAC, 125 Amps, 47 – 63Hz or
3 phase, 4 wire, 120/208 VAC, 80 Amps, 47 – 63Hz
Dimmer control system: Microprocessor digital phase control.
Load Filtering: 350µs
Control Input Types: 12 channels of 0 -10VDC [ 15 pin Male D-Sub on back of pack ]
Pins 1 through 12 = Channels 1 through 12, pin 13 = T/C,
Pin 14 = +14.4VDC, Pin 15 = Analog COM
MICROPLEX (in / through) on 3 pin XLR connector
DMX-512 (in / through) on 5 pin XLR connector
Luma-Net - 6 pin Terminal Block
Control Wiring: Class 2 low voltage
Output Panels: PB8/12 – 1 - NEMA 5-15 or 5-20 receptacle per channel or,
SP8/12 – 1- 20 Amp stage pin receptacle per channel or,
KO8/12 – hard-wired terminal blocks.
Cooling System: Thermostatically controlled and monitored fan forced air with individual dimmer module
temperature monitoring. Fan exhaust on right rear side.
Dimensions: 3.5"High x 17.2" Wide x 17.0"Deep. ( 2 EIA 19" Rack Spaces)
Weight: 50lbs
Recommended Ambient
Operating Temperature: 0-25 degrees C ( 32 - 85 degrees F)
Short-Circuit
Current Rating: 10,000A RMS Sym. @ 240VAC
Load Type: AC lighting loads only
Enclosure Type: For indoor use only
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NSI DS12 Specifications

General

Brand	NSI
Model	DS12
Category	Dimmer
Language	English

Summary

Technical Specifications

Product Specifications Overview

Details channel count, output capacity, input power, control system, filtering, wiring, and physical attributes.

Installation and Cooling Guidelines

Rack Mounting and Airflow Requirements

Explains rack mounting, required air clearances, fan cooling, and temperature limits.

Electrical Power Wiring Procedures

Safety and Model-Specific Wiring

Covers safety precautions, wire sizing, and specific wiring instructions for different dimmer models.

Wiring and Output Options

Feeder Re-wiring and Output Configurations

Details feeder re-wiring procedures and describes available output receptacle types and terminal blocks.

Control Signal Interfaces

DMX-512, Microplex, Analog, and Luma-Net Connections

Explains DMX-512, Microplex, 0-10VDC Analog, and Luma-Net control connections and pinouts.

Power-Up and Test Operation

Turning Lights On and Test Switch Setup

Guides on initial power-up, turning on lights, and configuring test switch action (bump/latch) and level.

Setup Menu Options

Dimmer Count and Phase Power Settings

Details how to select the number of dimmers and configure the phase power setting for the unit.

Advanced Setup Parameters

Test Switch Action and Analog Input Defaults

Covers setting test switch action/level and configuring analog input defaults for submaster or preset control.

System Configuration Defaults

Factory Reset and Luma-Net Start Address

Explains how to reset the unit to factory defaults and set the Luma-Net start address.

System Parameter Controls

Line Regulation Configuration

Details how to enable or disable line regulation and its operational parameters for voltage stability.

Softpatching Introduction

DMX-512 and Microplex Start Address Setup

Guides on setting the starting address for DMX-512 and Microplex control signals for patching.

Custom Softpatch Configuration

DMX and Microplex Channel Assignment

Details how to assign specific DMX or Microplex channels to dimmer channels and set proportional levels.

Dimmer Status and Curve Settings

Live Status, Curves, and Maximum Levels

Explains how to view live dimmer status and configure dimmer curves and maximum levels for output.

Analog Submaster Features

Minimum Levels, Snapshotting, and Fade Times

Covers setting minimum levels, capturing analog submaster scenes, and fadetime snapshots for scenes.

Analog Submaster Editing Procedures

Scene and Fade Time Creation

Guides on editing analog submaster scenes and setting fade time damping for transitions.

Preset Management and Editing

Editing Deep Presets and Time Fades

Explains how to edit deep presets, set fade times, and hold times for preset playback.

Preset Execution and Linking

Running and Sequencing Deep Presets

Details how to run presets, manage fade and hold times, and link presets for sequential execution.

Analog Triggered Preset Setup

Auto-Triggering Presets with Analog Inputs

Explains how to set up presets to be automatically triggered by analog input channels and their rules.

Dimmer Feedback and Error Status

LEDs, Status Messages, and Thermal Monitoring

Describes front panel LEDs, status messages, error conditions, and thermal monitoring of dimmer modules.

Control Module Jumper Settings

Jumper Configurations for Voltage, Regulation, and Data Rate

Details jumper settings for transformer voltage scaling, line regulation algorithm, and Luma-Net data rate.

Product Warranty Information

NSI Corporation Limited Warranty Terms

Outlines the warranty period, coverage, exclusions, and service procedures for NSI products.